Salcombe & Thurlestone, South Hams
Key facts
Salcombe & Thurlestone is a UK electoral ward in South Hams. Salcombe & Thurlestone has a mild coastal climate and excellent air quality. Crime rates sit around a third of the UK average, which is notably low.
About Salcombe & Thurlestone
Salcombe & Thurlestone has a mild coastal climate and excellent air quality. Crime rates sit around a third of the UK average, which is notably low. You'll find plenty of cafés, restaurants and pubs for a rural area.
Schools in the neighbourhood are good. Malborough with South Huish and West Alvington are both rated Good by Ofsted.
House prices reflect the area's coastal appeal. Detached homes average £786,000, which is well above nearby Kingsbridge.
You'll need a car here — there are no train stations or supermarkets locally. The A381 gives you easy access to Kingsbridge and beyond though. Nearly a third of residents work from home, so this suits people after a quieter, remote-friendly lifestyle by the sea.
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